Charles E. Brown

Quarter-length portrait of Charles E. Brown. Brown as an archeologist primarily responsible for saving more than one hundred Indian mounds from destruction om Madison. In 1903 he cofounded the Wisconsin Archeological Society and dedicated his life to the preservation of the state's Native American history. In 1908 Brown became the first director of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin museum, a post he held until he retired in 1944.

Brown as an archeologist primarily responsible for saving more than one hundred Indian mounds from destruction om Madison. In 1903 he cofounded the Wisconsin Archeological Society and dedicated his life to the preservation of the state's Native American history. In 1908 Brown became the first director of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin museum, a post he held until he retired in 1944. His tombstone is inscribed with the word Archeologist.

This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Division of Library-Archives. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.

Reference Details

Location:

Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin

How to View in Person

To view this image, visit the Archives Research Room on the 4th floor at the Society Headquarters building in Madison, WI. Print out this index page and present it to the librarian. Use the links below to plan your visit to the Society's Archives.